Marsha Joan Stern
January 7, 2026

MARSHA JOAN STERN: On Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Sister of the late Barry Sadowsky (Florine). Aunt of Eileen Sadowsky (David Klapholz) and Jill Sadowsky. Mother of Larry Stern. Also survived by great nieces and nephews. Marsha was a life-long member of National Council of Jewish Women. She spent time as a usher at Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Pittsburgh Public Theater. She also enjoyed taking classes at The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. Friends may meet at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 11 AM and then proceed to Beth Abraham Cemetery for 12 Noon Graveside Services. Contributions may be made to The Jewish Cemetery and Burial Association, (www.jcbapgh.org), or Congregation Dor Hadash, (www.dorhadash.net). www.schugar.com

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My deepest sympathy on the passing of Marsha. She was quite a fighter.

By Hilda Goldhamer - January 10, 2026

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I ushered with Marsha at the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, she enjoyed lunch at Dive Restaurant. Be at peace.

By Maureen Crowley - January 10, 2026

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My deepest condolences... Marsha was a wonderful neighbor. She was known for her sense of humor, kindness, positive attitude and resilience.

By Nina Reshko - January 09, 2026

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I came to know Marsha when she was my daughter’s neighbor. Every time I visited my daughter, I spent time talking with Marsha or doing things together. She was an optimistic, independent, and strong woman—someone I truly admired and looked up to as a role model. It deeply saddens me that we didn’t get to see each other at Thanksgiving. Marsha, I am heartbroken by your passing, but you will live forever in my heart. I love you and will always miss you.

By huimin Tekautz - January 09, 2026

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My deepest sympathy on Marsha\'s passing. She was a wonderful person and never stopped doing what she liked to do, no matter how she felt. She was an inspiration to all of us.

By Lynne Gottesman - January 09, 2026

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My parent were very close to her parents. Nate Sadowsky was my dad’s best friend and my dad worked for Ira many years ago. Marsha was older than me, but I remember her. Condolences

By Anna Roth Waldman - January 09, 2026

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My deepest condolences. I was an Usher with Marsha for many years, and her smile was contagious. It was always a pleasure working with her.

By Janet Christensen - January 09, 2026

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So sorry to hear of Marsha’s passing. I enjoyed working with her as an usher with the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. She was always so nice to me.

By Orycia Hammerschmitt - January 08, 2026

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Marsha and I have been like the sisters we never had for decades. We worked together in NY and I lived with her briefly before moving south. There isn't enough room to recount the funny stories, great memories, things we learned together, things she taught me. When I spoke to her last week we said we loved each other. For that I am eternally grateful.I'm surrounded by many wonderful memories. My heart is with her family. As she taught me, may her memory be a blessing.

By Peggy Walsh - January 08, 2026

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